Hire Students that are Transforming Tomorrow!
Hiring co-op students is an excellent option to staff your organization in the short term, while planning for the future and creating a successful talent pipeline. If you choose to recruit from the UBC Applied Science co-op program, you will gain access to over 3000 pre-screened students from 13 Engineering disciplines, as well as our Bachelor of Design program.
Our program follows a flexible recruitment model, with free job postings, as well as available support from our staff throughout the application, candidate selection and interview process.
3400+ Students in the Applied Science Co-op program
14 Engineering and Architecture disciplines to choose from
2000+ Employers and industry partners that actively hire our co-op students
Hiring Process
1. Create an Account & Post a Job
2. Review Applications & Conduct Interviews
3. Select Candidates & Confirm Employment
It only takes a few steps to hire a co-op student.
Hiring Benefits and Your Role
Hiring Benefits
Our students are equipped with technical skills, enthusiasm and a ready-to-work attitude. UBC Applied Science Co-op students make noticeable contributions to companies in a variety of industries.
In return, as an employer partner you:
- Receive a recruitment edge in an increasingly tight labour market
Co-op students will often convert to full time employees upon graduation, saving the company time and recruitment costs down the road - Develop leaders within your organization
Co-op students are an excellent way to provide growth and professional development to your existing team members looking to manage staff - Obtain fresh perspectives
Co-op students, often armed with additional extracurricular activities and work experiences, will bring unique perspectives to the team
Employer & Supervisor Role
As a co-op employer, your responsibilities and expectations are the same as they would be for any employee with your organization, and we are happy to support you throughout the work-term. Students value hands-on, technical supervision, working on projects that utilize their skillsets, and appreciate mentorship and professional development opportunities.
You will be asked to complete an evaluation of the student’s performance nearing the completion of the work term and discuss the results with the student. To pass the co-op work term course, the student must receive a passing grade on their work term assignment and receive a satisfactory performance evaluation from their workplace supervisor. Our Co-op Career Advisors will work with you to monitor and evaluate students’ progress every step of the way.
Contact us to speak with our industry engagement team about your recruitment need and to learn more about our Applied Science Co-op program.
